deck

Definition

  • noun: a flat surface that forms the main outside floor of a boat or ship
  • noun: a platform in a ship serving usually as a structural element and forming the floor for its compartments
  • verb: to decorate (something)
  • verb: to clothe in a striking or elegant manner
  • synonyms: coldcock, dump, knockdown

Examples

  • You can see into three different states from the mountaintop restaurant's 'observation deck'. [=a platform built so that people can see or watch something]

  • We heard the captain shout “'All hands on deck'!” as waves crashed over the boat's bow.

  • “He seemed a little weird.” “Yeah, he's 'not playing with a full deck'.”

Movie quotes

  • (..) why don't we give her a stomach ache? We'll escape through the gut. It just might work if it doesn't kill us first. You steer, I'll shoot. All hands below deck! Good luck, Percy. All hands below deck. This is not a drill! Come on, boys. Get in there. This is still my quest. (..)
    2013 Percy Jackson: Sea of Monsters
  • (..) and Shana Beauregard. Luke's been recruiting. This is a nice boat. How are we gonna find Grover? Luke is probably keeping him below deck somewhere. Like, in a brig. I don't think yachts have brigs, Percy. Follow me. Be careful, you guys. He said keep your distance. (..)
    2013 Percy Jackson: Sea of Monsters